2004 Samsung SM5 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 684 kg more than 2004 Samsung SM5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Samsung SM5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Samsung SM5.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Samsung SM5 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Samsung Toyota
Model SM5 Land Cruiser
Year Released 2004 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1838 cc 4477 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 122 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 162 Nm 387 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 95 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 2010 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1980 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3190 mm


 

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